Platform Manager Location: UK Wide / Remote Rate: £650 per/day - Outside IR35 We're looking for an experienced Platform Manager to lead the strategy, delivery, and security of our cloud-first technology platforms. You'll manage a team of platform engineers, shaping roadmaps and ensuring services are scalable, reliable, and secure. What you'll do: Lead design and implementation of cloud and on-premises platform services Drive platform security aligned with zero-trust principles Create and deliver short- and long-term technology roadmaps Provide expert support and reduce service incidents Manage and develop a specialist engineering team What we're looking for: Strong experience with Microsoft Azure (IaaS, RBAC, Defender for Cloud) Knowledge of SIEM tools (e.g., LogRhythm) and security best practices Hands-on experience with VMware vSphere and Nutanix Previous leadership experience (team of 4) ITIL knowledge and strong communication skills If you're passionate about building secure, scalable platforms and leading high-performing teams, we'd love to hear from you!